What Is a MPRN Number and Where To Find It
MPRN stands for Meter Point Reference Number and is a unique, 11-digit code that indicates the exact location of a home or property's connection to the ESB power network. You can find your MPRN number on a recent energy bill or by calling ESB networks on 1800 372 757. It is important to know your MPRN number as you will be asked for it when switching energy suppliers, or if you need to report a power fault to ESB networks.
What Is an MPRN Number in Ireland?
The letters MPRN stand for Meter Point Reference Number and is an 11-digit reference number that identifies the location of your property and where it connects to the electricity network.
Each electricity connection has its own individual MPRN number and will look something like this,
10 006 759 704
The first two digits indicate the system operator (usually 10 in Ireland), the next 8 digits are sequentially generated, and the final digit is a “check” digit (which is used to detect simple errors in a series of digits).
MPRN numbers in Ireland are fixed to a certain location and are not unique to you or your energy supplier. If you move home, your MPRN number will change to that of your new property.
How Do I Find My MPRN Number?
The MPRN number is quite a long number, so the majority of people will not know it by heart. You can find your MPRN number quite easily if you have access to any current or previous bills for the property you are in.
Depending on which supplier you are with, your MPRN number may be located in different sections of the bill, but it is always labelled MPRN number and is commonly found in the top half of the bill as illustrated below:
If you can’t find any previous bills or have recently moved home and don’t have access to any bills, there are other ways to find out your MPRN number. Here are other ways for you to find your MPRN number without a bill:
- For rental properties, try contacting the landlord.
- For purchased properties, try contacting the previous inhabitants.
- The builder should provide you the number if the property is newly built or part of an estate.
- Contact ESB Networks, as they will have your MPRN number stored in the MPRN database under your current or new address.
| Contact method | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Phone number | 1800 372 757 |
| Phone number from abroad | 00353 21 238 6555 |
| Emergency contact number | 1800 372 999 |
| Email address | [email protected] |
Representatives are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
What Do I Need an MPRN Number For?
In Ireland, you'll need to provide your MPRN number to do the following:
- Switching Suppliers
You will need your MPRN to switch electricity suppliers. - Contact ESB Networks
Providing your MPRN ensures you get the right information about your property and electricity connection. - Submit Your Meter Reading
You will need to have your MPRN in order to submit a meter reading. You will need to submit the reading to ESB and need to provide your name and contact information.
If you have switched from a standard meter to a smart meter, your MPRN number will still be the same.
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Is My MPRN the Same as My Meter Number?
The MPRN number refers to the location of a connection to the electricity network, while the meter number usually refers to a serial number of a specific meter. If you call ESB Networks to get your MPRN number, you may be asked to provide the meter serial number (MSN) or the address to help them identify your meter's location.
What Is a GPRN Number in Ireland?
GPRN stands for Gas Point Reference Number. Like how your MPRN number indicates the location of your home's connection to the electricity network, your GPRN number references where you are connected to the national gas network.
In Ireland, you'll need your GPRN number for the following:
- To switch gas suppliers.
- To submit gas meter readings to Gas Networks Ireland.
Your gas supplier needs your GPRN number to ensure they supply gas to the right connection point.
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